Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Our Local branch in Portsmouth?

Absolutely, you can scrap your car in Portsmouth and the neighbouring villages and towns, our free collection service offer extends across the whole the surrounding Portsmouth area. We have a number of registered Elv and ATF licensed scrap yards covering your area that offer the most competitive prices, free collection and trustworthy customer service.

What are the scrap car prices in Portsmouth?

Here at scrapmycar.net our scrap car prices are not directly linked to the weight of your car but in fact what the car is worth. We can also give you a price to scrap your van. All our prices are competitive in the UK. In fact, our trustworthy network of ELV and ATF registered scrap yards in Portsmouth will offer the most competitive prices for your vehicle. If we can salvage your car or van, rather than scrap it, then we’ll locate the best salvage buyer in the UK offering the best price and collection service nationally.

Can you scrap a specific year make and model Car in Portsmouth?

At our branch in Portsmouth we scrap every known car, van and motorcycle make and model , from the very latest electric cars, both ULEZ and non-ULEZ compliant diesels and petrol engined cars and vans. As well as much older classic or vintage cars. Whether its a grey import, home modified car or even a commercial fleet that needs scrapping we can scrap it. We identify the specific make and model of vehicle from your registration plate, using the DVLA online vehicle Check service, this allows us to find the best price according to the manufacturer’s specific model data of the vehicle.

Can my unroadworthy, broken down, lost or out of date MOT car be scrapped in Portsmouth?

Absolutely, we can scrap practically any vehicle, car, bus, lorry or van in any condition. Prices we give will be under the assumption that there are no missing parts from your vehicle. Even if you have an accident damaged car, a car with no valid MOT, we will even take an insurance write off — whatever the condition your vehicle is in we can scrap it.
Speak to the team if you are unsure about your vehicle? Free phone us 7 days a week on 0333 772 1191.

I cannot find my V5 registration document — can my car be scrapped in Portsmouth?

We or the DVLA have no problem if you need to scrap a vehicle without a V5, but it is your legal responsibility to make sure you provide the DVLA with the information they require to keep their records up to date. You can do this online at the DVLA Website.

What is the difference between salvaging or scrapping a car in Portsmouth?

Car salvaging involves recovering a vehicle to repair it or strip it for parts, rather than dismantling and recycling it. Salvaging typically offers a higher return for your car or van.

What happens to my scrap car in Portsmouth?

When your car is scrapped the vehicle will be fully recycled. All of the manufacturer's components and mechanical parts will be stripped and then processed according to ELV/ATF licensed environmental protocols. Most of the materials used to manufacture new cars can now be fully recycled.